Hospice Volunteering from Home: Tuck-In Callers Needed

Just a few minutes each week can make a difference! Join a Compassionate Team of Volunteers Providing Comfort and Care to Terminally Ill Patients. Make a Difference as a Tuck-In Caller Hospice Volunteer!

TheSouthern Maine Agency on Aging is teaming up with Hospice of Southern Maine to recruit Volunteers! Hospice of Southern Maine believes in doing everything we can to provide the highest quality of care for our patients. Striving to help each patient reach their goals at end of life, we work together to create an individualized plan of care with each of our patients. That includes support from family caregivers, loved ones, and our interdisciplinary team of clinicians...and volunteers! Join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their loved ones.

As a Tuck-In Phone CallerHospice Volunteer, you will provide essential support to patients by making a brief phone call on Thursdays mornings to make sure they have everything they need for the weekend (food, medications, etc.). Offer a listening ear and some friendly conversation as well! Your involvement will be invaluable in ensuring that our patients receive the care and comfort they deserve.

Key Volunteer Responsibilities:

• Call patients on Thursdays mornings to ensure they have everything they need for the weekend (medications, food, etc.).
• Offer a listening ear and friendly conversation.
• Submit regular reports on calls with patients and any relevant observations.
• Participate in training programs and ongoing education to ensure you are prepared to meet the needs of our patients.
• Communicate regularly with the Volunteer Coordinator and be part of an interdisciplinary team supporting the patient and family.

Qualities & Skills We're Looking For:

• Mature, compassionate individual who is comfortable communicating withthose who are ill or may have cognitive impairments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow privacy protocols.
• Reliable, organized, and able to commit to regular availability.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Commitment & Schedule:

• Volunteers needed Thursday mornings
• Make calls from home, work, on the go...wherever you are!
• Minimum Commitment: At least three months

Training & Support:

• Volunteer Orientation and Role-Specific Training provided at onboarding
• Ongoing Support: Youll receive 24-hour support from our team, along with additional training and volunteer recognition events.

Benefits for Volunteers:

• 24-hour support from our volunteer team.
• Opportunity to gain experience working with various organizational spreadsheets, databases and work-related software.
• Become involved in the process of drafting new materials and participate in ongoing trainings.
• Opportunities for additional training and educational events.
• Recognition and appreciation events for your hard work and dedication, from both Affinity Care and the Southern Maine Agency on Aging.

If you're looking for a rewarding volunteer opportunity where you can make a tangible difference in the lives terminally ill neighbors and their caregivers, we would love to have you join our team!

Contact Sothern Maine Agency on Aging Volunteer Services to get started at [email protected] or 207-396-6595.